Accounts Payable Clerk

This team member must reside within 40 miles of Blue River PetCare's corporate office (1 S. Wacker Dr., Chicago, IL 60606) to work a hybrid schedule. The Accounts Payable Clerk performs accounting and clerical tasks for Blue River PetCare clinics across the country, compiling, processing and maintaining accounts payable records. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Review and verify invoices and check requestsSort, code, and match invoicesSet up and enter invoices and expense reports for payment into accounting systemPost daily cash receipts and deposits on Excel spreadsheetsMonitor accounts for multiple locations to ensure payments are currentResearch and resolve invoice and payment discrepancies and issues with vendors and dispute issues for the companyCreate and reconcile consolidated vendor statements and spreadsheetsUpdate and maintain vendor database and accounting spreadsheetsMaintain vendor information, including W9s and 1099 tax preparation and related issuesPrepare and pay sales tax across multiple locationsAssist with administrative and clerical tasksOther duties and projects as assigned Requirements Excellent attention to detail requiredProactive problem-solving skills are essentialDemonstrated ability to meet deadlinesAbility to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environmentMust be flexible and willing to assist with tasks where neededDemonstrates excellent customer service skills Technical Skills Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and OutlookUnderstanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) is a plus Education Requirements Associate’s degree required; bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred Physical Requirements Must be able to remain in a stationary position 75% of the timeNeeds to occasionally move about inside the office to access supplies and office machineryFrequently communicates with managers at remote locations using email and phone; must be able to exchange clear, accurate information in these situationsOccasionally move equipment and supplies weighing up to 15 poundsFrequently communicates and collaborates with co-workers in the office Compensation And Benefits The anticipated hourly wage range for this position is $21-24 per hour. In addition to base compensation, this position is eligible for the following additional compensation: annual discretionary bonus.